
A Place for all Seasons... ...Holidays and breaks have been taken in the Lake District since before Roman Times.
With beautiful scenery and a great literary and cultural heritage, Lakeland boasts many places to visit and explore.
Lindeth Howe supports the Lake District
Tourism and Conservation Partnership that works with tourism and related businesses, encouraging both fundraising
for landscape conservation, and the development of environmentally sustainable
practices within the industry.
OUTDOORS & ADVENTURE
Golf - We can make a tee
reservation for you at Windermere Golf Club. Carus Green, Grange-Over-Sands,
Kendal, Keswick and Ulverston Golf clubs are all within 25 miles.
Fishing - Lindeth Howe has permits on a number of local rivers and waters.
Mountain Bike Hire - Explore the Lake District by bicycle
with Country
Lanes. Quality cycle hire, spares and repairs, day trips, short
breaks and longer tours. To make a reservation please telephone
015394 44544 or visit their cycle centre at Windermere railway station.
Sightseeing - Full and Half Day Guided MiniCoach tours. See the area and visit those out of the way places in comfort with the renowned touring company Mountain Goat. www.mountain-goat.com
Water Sports - Sailing and boating in all its guises are
available on Lake Windermere. For sailing training and yacht sales see Total
Sailing
Walking - The most popular pastime in the Lake District. Walk in, explore and enjoy some of the best scenery in Europe at your own pace.
CULTURE & HERITAGE
John Ruskin Artist, writer and thinker....visit Brantwood, his home and gardens on the shore of Lake Coniston. www.brantwood.org.uk
William Wordsworth Visit his homes Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount, or the Wordsworth Museum. Find out more through the Wordsworth Trust. www.wordsworth.org.uk
Beatrix Potter The Lake District's most prolific writer of children's books took her inspiration from the area. Visit The World of Beatrix Potter, Hilltop and the Beatrix Potter Museum at Hawkshead. www.hop-skip-jump.com; www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Blackwell The world famous Arts & Crafts House. An architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District. www.blackwell.org.uk
Holker Hall Award Winning Gardens & Lakeland Motor Museum. The Hall, Gardens and Lakeland Motor Museum comprise of three spectacular attractions in one perfect setting. www.holker-hall.co.uk
National Trust & English Heritage Lakeland boasts a wealth of beautiful buildings and gardens. Visit the world famous Topiary Gardens at Levens Hall or Holker Hall the Home of Lord and Lady Cavensish, plus many more. www.nationaltrust.org.uk www.english-heritage.org.uk
FAMILY FUN
It's hard to believe but the weather isn't always so kind here in the Lake District! Do not fear, for adults and children alike, there's plenty to keep you occupied. Here is just a small selection to wet your appetite.
Lake District Visitors Centre, Brockhole www.lake-district.gov.uk
The World of Beatrix Potter www.hop-skip-jump.com
Aquarium of the Lakes www.aquariumofthelakes.co.uk
Cumberland Pencil Museum www.pencils.co.uk
Rheged www.rheged.com
Lakeland Radio www.lakelandradio.co.uk
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